A-Z herbal remedies

We've put together a list of some of the most common household ailments and injuries, some herbs and wild plants that can be used to treat them, and their methods of use. Although many herbs can be taken safely at home, we strongly advise you consult your physician and/or a qualified herbalist for advice and treatment before using any herbs medicinally, if you are pregnant, have a chronic medical or serious health condition, are receiving medical or psychiatric treatment, are taking homeopathic remedies, or intend treating babies or very young children.)

Aches/ Pains/ Strains - poultice of plantain, chickweed, willow bark, garlic or sorrel. (Learn how to make a poultice here.)

Acne - infusion/ decoction of dandelion, nettle, yellow dock to purify blood. (Learn how to make an infusion/decoction here.) - decoction of echinacea to control infection. (Learn how to make a decoction here.) - eat wheatgerm to balance hormones - witch hazel and lemon juice to cleanse greasy skinAnti fungal washes - foot bath with tea tree essential oil. (Learn more about aromatherapy and essential oils here.) - decoction of walnut leaves or acorns for Athlete's Foot. (Learn how to make a decoction here.)

Antiseptics (external use only to cleanse wounds, sores or rashes) - juice from wild onion, garlic, or chickweed leaves - crushed dock leaves - decoction of burdock root, marshmallow leaves/roots, or white oak bark. (Learn how to make decoctions here.)Bleeding - poultice of yarrow or plantain leaf. (Learn how to make a poultice here.)Bruises - compress of comfrey or witch hazel to reduce swelling. (Learn how to make a compress here.) Burns (minor) - aloe vera gel - lavender essential oil (Learn more about aromatherapy & essential oils here.) - compress of witch hazel. (Learn how to make a compress here.) Colds - herbal tea/bath herbs of elderflower, peppermint & yarrow. (Learn how to make infusions here.) - gargle with infusion of elderflower, sage and lemon juice for sore throat. (Learn how to make infusions here.) - steam inhalation: 2 drops of lavender, thyme and eucalyptus essential oils. (Learn more about aromatherapy here.) - decoction of plantain leaves (Learn how to make a decoction here.) - syrup of elderberry

Sore throats- gargle with infusion of elderflower, sage and lemon juice for sore throat. (Learn how to make infusions here.) - raspberry & thyme vinegar - decoction of plantain leaves (Learn how to make decoctions here.)

Step by Step Learning Guides:Learn how to make a tisane/infusion/decoction here. Learn how to make compresses, poultices & plasters here.Learn how to make tinctures here.Learn how to make macerated herb/flower oils here.Learn how to make syrups/honeys here.